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Key Purpose of the role:
* To carry out archaeological excavation and recording of designated features/areas of larger sites.
* To provide project support to the team leader and undertake post-excavation tasks as required.
* To work to YA’s and professional standards.
* The Project Archaeologist will work within an agreed framework, with the Project Supervisor and/or senior staff according to the post holder’s skill and experience level.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* To hand excavate all types of archaeological features during watching briefs, field evaluations, and excavations.
* To make written and drawn records of archaeological contexts including context sheets and section and plan drawings in accordance with YA procedures and standards.
* To complete and maintain archaeological indices during projects.
* To observe and direct, if required, machine stripping of overburden.
* To undertake small scale watching briefs, attendance, and reporting as required, with support from senior staff.
* To undertake field walking, geophysical, and other surveys as needed, following suitable training.
* To undertake finds and environmental processing work.
* To assist in the preparation of site archives, including digital archive record checking, data entry, basic site cross-referencing, and prescribed elements of archaeological reports.
Health and Safety
* To work in accordance with the requirements of YA’s Health and Safety Policy.
* To take collective responsibility for reporting health and safety issues.
Driving
* To drive YA and hired vehicles if and when required to transport colleagues and equipment to site, (if qualified and registered as a YA driver).
Continuous Professional Development
* Commitment to CPD, and maintenance of CPD log.
Expected Behaviours
* To contribute to, and support positive morale within teams.
* To be professional and polite at all times.
Working Conditions
* Undertake site visits possibly during inclement weather, subject to the Risk Assessment and Health and Safety considerations.
* Some work away from home base, normally with at least a week’s notice, but occasionally with shorter notice. Overnight accommodation will be provided.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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